Part A - WARM UP GAMES – PROFORMA – PDHPE (students are to use one part A proforma for each of the 4 games, one page for each one)
Name of the Game CAT AND MOUSE
Stage THREE
Explanation Refer to Appendix for diagram Players form rows, far enough apart so when their arms are outstretched they touch the arms of those next to them. Teacher calls “Streets” or “Lanes” requiring the stationary players to twist their feet 90 degrees from North/South position to East/West position or vice versa. The mouse assumes a position somewhere within the maze. The aim is for the cat to catch the mouse. Neither the cat nor the mouse can break through a street or a lane.
Why is this game important for this stage?
Allows all players to utilise communication skills (Interpersonal Relationships – Communication).
Provides an opportunity for players to utilise tactical and strategic movement (Games and Sports – Games).
The effects of endurance, balance and speed are demonstrated (Active Lifestyle – Effects of physical activity).
What are the PDHPE skills involved in this game? How? COS3.1 – Communicates confidently in a variety of situations Uses negotiation skills in group activities DMS3.2 – Makes informed decisions and accepts responsibility for consequences Accepts responsibility for their decisions. INS3.3 – Acts in ways that enhance the contribution of self and others in a range of cooperative situations Demonstrates actions that support the rights and feelings of others. MOS3.4 – Refines and applies movement skills creatively to a variety of challenging situations Varies running patterns to cater for changes in speed and evasive action. PSS3.5 – Suggests, considers and selects appropriate alternatives when resolving problems Selects the most appropriate solution to a given problem.
Equipment and Teaching cues Equipment
Nil
Teaching Cues
Listening to the call – change positions quickly, you have an important role in this game
Refer to Appendix for diagram
Players form rows, far enough apart so when their arms are outstretched they touch the arms of those next to them. Teacher calls “Streets” or “Lanes” requiring the stationary players to twist their feet 90 degrees from North/South position to East/West position or vice versa. The mouse assumes a position somewhere within the maze. The aim is for the cat to catch the mouse. Neither the cat nor the mouse can break through a street or a lane.
COS3.1 – Communicates confidently in a variety of situations
Uses negotiation skills in group activities
DMS3.2 – Makes informed decisions and accepts responsibility for consequences
Accepts responsibility for their decisions.
INS3.3 – Acts in ways that enhance the contribution of self and others in a range of cooperative situations
Demonstrates actions that support the rights and feelings of others.
MOS3.4 – Refines and applies movement skills creatively to a variety of challenging situations
Varies running patterns to cater for changes in speed and evasive action.
PSS3.5 – Suggests, considers and selects appropriate alternatives when resolving problems
Selects the most appropriate solution to a given problem.
Equipment
- Nil
Teaching Cues